As I prepare to burn the Beethoven piano sonatas I have sequenced onto a CD, I am once again reviewing them under the guidance of my musical advisor. This time, it is Sonata No. 14, the Moonlight.
It's a curious thing-when I listen back to the pieces I've uploaded to this blog, thinking they were complete, I often find numerous areas where slight adjustments could improve the performance. Some of these changes clearly enhance the music, while others arise from differences in interpretation. Taking time to revisit a piece is truly an intriguing experience.
This revision took even longer than the previous one. The biggest adjustment was balancing the right and left hands more effectively. This, of course, means I still need to improve my piano technique significantly. I continue to realize how much my overall "musical ability" is lacking, and I find myself nodding in agreement with my advisor's insightful advice. The experience has given me a deep appreciation for the skills of pianists who have undergone rigorous training.
Now, this may be beyond my current level, but I often find that when the same pianist performs the same piece years apart, the interpretation can change dramatically. Despite being the same composition by the same composer, these changes in performance and interpretation are precisely what make musical artistry so fascinating. I am especially curious to see how AI technology will engage with this realm in the future.
Title: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, OP.27-2 "Moonlight"
Sound Source: Ivory3
Audio file format: mp3 (for those who listen directly on a PC)
YouTube: Piano Sonata No. 14